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FDA clears way for retail pharmacy sale of abortion pills

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Retail pharmacies in the US will be able to dispense mifepristone-based therapies to end pregnancies after the FDA introduced changes to its regulatory framework for the products. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (ACOG) said the FDA’s decision was a victory for women’s health.

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Getting an Rx does not address health problems

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There isn’t one method to get people exercising; it will take an approach for every healthcare provider to communicate the importance of exercise. Pharma websites provide the prescription that can help people overcome health problems but too often, they ignore the patient’s responsibility to lose weight and exercise.

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Dr B raises $8m for telehealth service to deliver COVID antivirals

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US startup Dr B – formed in 2021 to help match patients seeking a COVID-19 vaccine to suppliers with leftover stock – is branching out into antivirals with the help of an $8 million fundraising. The “visitless prescription” service will be available for free for people with low incomes, according to Dr B’s website.

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Healthcare Watch October 2023

PM360

HCPs need pharma, and pharma needs HCPs—so let’s make sure that this next chapter of engagement is one of partnership, in pursuit of the interest of patients.” Pharma marketers can look into these concerns to better tailor digital content and platforms to provide HCPs with what they need to make unbiased and informed decisions.

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Prescribing shift for Pfizer’s Paxlovid expands access but draws questions

Pharmaceutical Technology

On 6 July, in an effort to accelerate access, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) allowed pharmacists to also begin prescribing the drug to eligible individuals with Covid-19. They will [check] new prescriptions for appropriateness and accuracy and that doesn't really change based on who's prescribing it.”. How to get Paxlovid.

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US legislative update: takeaways for European pharma

European Pharmaceutical Review

In the current US Congressional session, Congress has focused heavily on legislation directed at reducing prescription drug prices. Citizen Petitions before the FDA. 2 Submission of a Citizen Petition to the FDA obligates the regulator to address the arguments raised. 5) monitoring access to biosimilars. Senate Bill 562 (S.

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How to Work with Patient Advocates, Influencers, and Ambassadors

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Only 5% of patients ranked pharma companies as the most trusted player in the healthcare space, according to a 2021 survey of 500 patients from Accenture. But 71% also want publicly shared information about how patients’ perspectives were incorporated into the development of products and services. Noël Moossa.